Alexander Pope

Alexander Pope (1688–1744) was a British poet, literary historian and translator.

Also recorded as Pope the Poet; Alexander I Pope; Alexander, I Pope.

Overview

Born at London in 1688, died at Twickenham in 1744.

In detail

Alexander Pope studied at Twyford School. the recorded working language is English, Latin and Greek.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are poetry.

Works named in the authority record are The Rape of the Lock, Messiah, Eloisa to Abelard and An Essay on Criticism.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Alexander Pope”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q164047: Alexander Pope

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